Winter Woodlot Tour 2025

Date - Saturday January 25, 2025 from 9am to 1pm

Location - 992 Rustico Road

Route 7, North Milton, PE

This is a one-day only, free family-friendly event!

No need to register, just drop by anytime from 9-1 to enjoy what winter has to offer, at your own pace!

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SPEAKERS

OUR PRESENTERS

an array of local talent and professional educators.

Birding on PEI

Learn about island birds and nest box designs.

Chainsaw Maintenance

A big part of woodlot management involves chainsaws. There will be demonstrations on their safe use and discussions on courses available to the public on chainsaw certification.

Forest Enhancement Program

Information booth on forestry services for private forest land owners.

Snowshoeing

Enjoy snowshoeing through a wooded trail. Snowshoes provided by go!PEI

Birds of Prey

Learn all about the art of falconry and birds of prey.

J Frank Gaudet Nursery

Discussion on native tree and shrub species best suited to your needs and the growing conditions of the planting site is important for growth and development and reducing the impacts of insects and diseases.

Macphail Woods Ecological Forestry Project

Enjoy a nature walk and learn about the Acadian Forest.

Maple Syrup Demonstration

Now is the time for interested landowners to prepare for the tapping season and explore the potential of their hardwood stand for maple syrup production.

PEI Invasive Species Council

Learn about invasive species on PEI and how to manage them.

PEI Trappers Association

Learn about wildlife, their physiology, and the role of trapping in today’s society.

Scouts & Venturers

Test your skills and earn a badge! Learn about knot tying, navigating with a compass, sling shot use and fire building.

PEI Woodlot Owners Association

PEIWOA is an inclusive group of woodlot owners that encourages Islanders to create a more sustainable forest ecosystem and forest resource on Prince Edward Island.